Maxwell vs Ian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maxwell

Boy #182 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Mack's spring, great stream"

Origin: Scottish

Scottish English American

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Boy #75 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"God is gracious"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish British Irish American

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Maxwell Rank #182

Ian Rank #75

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 vs #182 for Maxwell.

Is Maxwell or Ian more popular?

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 compared to Maxwell at #182 in the United States.

What do Maxwell and Ian mean?

Maxwell means "Mack's spring, great stream" (Scottish origin). Ian means "God is gracious" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Maxwell and Ian boy or girl names?

Maxwell is primarily a boy name. Ian is primarily a boy name.